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Mary Zahedi Obituary

Mary Cale Zahedi Charleston - Mary Cale Zahedi entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 2, 2021. Mary was born in Charleston on February 2, 1958, the daughter of the late Harry Cale, Jr. and the late Mary Heuer Cale. She loved spending summers at the beach on Sullivan's Island and enjoyed the Lowcountry lifestyle. Mary also loved taking her three dogs on evening walks around the neighborhood. She was a devoted mother and known for her exuberant personality that could light up a room. Mary is survived by her children, Ashley Zahedi Chandler (David) and Chason Cale Zahedi, both of Charleston, SC; her two brothers, Harry Cale III (Beth) and Stephen Cale (Lucretia) of Mt. Pleasant, SC; two nieces, Kerrie and Katie; her nephew, Kevin and numerous grandnieces and grandnephews. The relatives and friends of Mary Cale Zahedi are invited to a Gathering of Friends between 5:00 and 7:00 PM Thursday, March 18, 2021, at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Hwy, Charleston. A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be offered at www.CharlestonFunerals.com. Arrangements by JAMES A. MCALISTER, Inc. (843) 766-1365. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Mar. 13 to Mar. 16, 2021.

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joseph riggs

March 18, 2021

To the family of our cousin Mary. We were so sorry and surprised to hear about Mary's passing. We will pray for her peace and prayers to comfort her children and brothers and all family members. during this time. Love, Jody, Brenda, and Joseph Riggs, Aunt Dolores Riggs Les Riggs and family, and the family of Rick Riggs

Cindy Berezny

March 18, 2021

God grant you all the peace and comfort only our heavenly Father can give. I know Mary is now in a place with no pain, no sorrow, no bitterness, no regrets. She is truly where she needs to be: with our Lord.

Robert Allen Young

March 14, 2021

Harry, Steve and Family:

I am so sorry about the passing of your dear sister, Mary. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sincerely,
Allen Young

Lester S. Schwartz

March 9, 2021

Dear Family of Mary, I am sorry for your loss of Mary so soon after the loss of Mary's mother. May God comfort you during this sad time.

Melanie Barnett Jeffcoat

March 9, 2021

I was so saddened to learn of Mary's passing. She and I were "work buds" at Kerrison's back in the late 70's. Also, as single girls, we enjoyed clubbing in downtown Charleston on weekends ~ what fun we had! Love and prayers to the entire Cale family.

Lisa Weaver

March 7, 2021

Mary, all of us were so sad to hear of your passing and we will miss you so much and love you. May you rest in peace and greet your mom in heaven.

Ashley, Chase, Harry and Stevie and families, To lose two people in the family so close together is heartbreaking. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.

Love,
Aunt Barbara Weaver and cousins Lisa, Jerry and Hal Weaver families

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